Alex Marquez Speaks Out Ahead of Silverstone: ‘The Track Suits My Style More, But Marc Has the Secret to Go Far’

As the British MotoGP approaches, Alex Marquez is reflecting on last year’s performance at Silverstone, a track that suits his flowing riding style but still hasn’t allowed him to fully step out of the shadow of his legendary brother, Marc Marquez. Despite outperforming Marc in qualifying and even clinching a Sprint win in 2023, Alex remains realistic about who holds the edge going into the high-stakes 2025 weekend.

Both brothers arrive in Silverstone riding a wave of momentum, sitting first and second in the MotoGP World Championship standings. But it’s clear that the internal rivalry is as fierce as ever—rooted in mutual respect, fierce competitiveness, and the unique brotherly bond that defines the Marquez duo.

Silverstone: A Fitting Track for Alex Marquez’s Style

Alex Marquez has always favored fast, flowing tracks—circuits that reward precision and rhythm over brute force. In that sense, Silverstone is tailor-made for his riding style. With its high-speed transitions, sweeping curves, and technical complexity, the British venue offers an environment where Alex feels naturally comfortable.

“It is a track that normally I enjoy a lot,” Alex said ahead of this weekend. “It’s really fast, flowing… maybe it’s a track that, for my riding style, is slightly better.”

That sentiment is backed by last year’s Sprint race win, which took place in wet conditions. While the Sunday Grand Prix didn’t yield the same success, with Alex finishing seventh, he showed strong pace throughout the weekend—outqualifying Marc for the first time at Silverstone.

Marc Marquez: The Master of Adaptation

Despite Alex’s stronger one-lap pace in 2023, Marc Marquez reminded everyone why he’s considered one of the greatest of all time. While he crashed out of the Sprint race while running in fourth, Marc still finished ahead of Alex in Sunday’s Grand Prix, securing fourth place and proving that race-day execution is where he thrives.

“Last year, with the GP23 bike, he was able to be in front of me. So he is better than me [at Silverstone],” Alex admitted. “It’s Marc Marquez, he’s not a rider who doesn’t know how to be fast on some tracks.”

Marc’s strength has always been his ability to adapt—whether to tricky weather conditions, evolving tyre wear, or different machinery. Though Silverstone hasn’t always been his strongest venue, his 2014 victory and multiple top-five finishes underline his consistency and sheer racecraft.

Championship Context: Marc Leads, Alex Chasing

As the 2025 MotoGP season continues to unfold, the Marquez brothers find themselves in unfamiliar territory—Marc Marquez leading the championship with Alex Marquez as his closest challenger. The two have been incredibly consistent, each with multiple podiums, and only recent events have separated them in the points table.

Marc currently leads the standings by 22 points, thanks to a steady run including a double win in Qatar and solid finishes at Jerez. Alex, on the other hand, lost ground due to a double crash at Le Mans, which led to his first DNF of the season. Despite the setback, he remains upbeat about his performance in France.

“A situation like that is always a lottery,” Alex said. “We played the lottery in a good way, but later the crashes made our weekend look like a disaster. But it’s not like that.”

Weather Could Once Again Shape Silverstone Outcome

Silverstone’s notorious weather unpredictability could become the ultimate wildcard once more. The 2023 British GP saw chaotic mixed conditions, where strategy became just as important as raw speed. This year, forecasts once again hint at rain, adding another layer of complexity to an already high-pressure weekend.

For both Alex and Marc Marquez, variable conditions have proven both a blessing and a curse. Alex’s Sprint win in 2023 came in the wet, while Marc’s adaptability has helped him master sudden shifts in weather over the years.

“For 6 laps, it was not raining,” Alex recalled of Le Mans. “Two laps more in the dry, and we would have been in front of Johann [Zarco, race winner, starting on wets].”

That kind of racing roulette is exactly what makes Silverstone such a pivotal race in the championship. Riders must trust their instincts, rely on their teams, and be willing to take risks—something both Marquez brothers are no strangers to.

Alex Marquez’s Growing Confidence and Maturity

Though often compared to his older brother, Alex Marquez has slowly built his own reputation as a serious contender in MotoGP. The 2023 season was a turning point—marked by improved qualifying, a Sprint win, and a growing consistency that earned him respect throughout the paddock.

His performance this year has been even stronger. Victories, podiums, and high qualifying positions have established him not only as a threat in individual races but as a legitimate championship contender. And Silverstone offers a chance for Alex to close the gap in the standings and strike a psychological blow in this intra-family title chase.

“In the right moments, we did everything really precise [strategically],” he said of his Le Mans decisions.

That precision and maturity will be essential if he hopes to topple his brother at one of the most physically demanding tracks of the season.

The Marquez Rivalry: Sibling Respect Meets Intense Competition

While sibling rivalries in sports are nothing new, few are as high-stakes as the one between Marc and Alex Marquez. They are not only racing for personal glory but also shaping the history of MotoGP as the most successful sibling duo the sport has ever seen.

There’s admiration on both sides, but also an unspoken urgency—a desire to outshine the other, to earn bragging rights not just in the paddock, but at the family dinner table.

“I know what Marc can do,” Alex said. “He’s always capable of doing something special.”

Marc, in turn, never underestimates Alex’s potential. While he may still be seen as the alpha, he knows better than anyone that his younger brother is no longer a rookie in the shadow of a champion—he’s a legitimate rival.

Strategic Approaches: Marc’s Consistency vs. Alex’s Aggression

This year’s MotoGP season has shown that both Marquez brothers have very different approaches. Marc Marquez has leaned heavily into race management, tyre conservation, and smart decision-making. He’s riding with the patience of a veteran, picking his moments carefully.

Alex Marquez, meanwhile, has showcased greater aggression, especially in the early laps and qualifying sessions. His bold moves and calculated risks have often paid off, particularly in mixed or tricky conditions. At Silverstone, balancing that aggression with strategic restraint will be key.

Silverstone Showdown: What’s at Stake

For Marc Marquez, a win at Silverstone would consolidate his championship lead and reinforce his narrative as the comeback king of 2025. For Alex Marquez, it’s an opportunity to bounce back from Le Mans, reduce the points deficit, and remind everyone that this title fight isn’t a solo mission.

The outcome will hinge on:

• Qualifying performance

• Weather management

• Race-day strategy

• Front-end grip confidence

Both brothers know the stakes. Silverstone is not just another race—it’s a psychological battlefield, and victory here could shape the rest of the season.

Final Thoughts: A Battle of Equals at the British GP

As MotoGP heads into Silverstone, the spotlight is once again on Marc and Alex Marquez. But this time, it’s not just about the older brother defending his legacy. It’s about two riders, on equal footing, fighting for the same dream.

Alex Marquez enters with confidence in his style, understanding of the track, and belief in his growth. Marc Marquez, as always, enters with the cold efficiency of a seasoned champion who knows exactly how to win when it matters most.

Whether rain or shine, the 2025 British Grand Prix promises to be one of the defining moments of the season—and the latest thrilling chapter in the story of the Marquez brothers.